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Helion secures $175 million in U.S. funds to develop semiconductors to boost fusion power efficiency
Fusion startup Helion has secured $175 million from the U.S. federal government to develop advanced semiconductors for power plants and strengthen production capacity. The company aims to cut losses in power conversion to raise fusion generation efficiency and to build a U.S. supply chain for advanced power semiconductors. The funds will support R&D and manufacturing for high-voltage pulse semiconductors under the CHIPS Act over three years.
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AI data centre-driven power semiconductor market enters new phase as 8-inch SiC shift accelerates
Chinese power semiconductor companies that expanded market share with low-priced supply have begun raising prices, a shift expected to accelerate South Korean companies\' move to 8-inch (200 mm) silicon carbide wafers. Global leaders are also lifting prices as AI data centre demand spreads supply shortages to MLCCs and power semiconductors. Domestic firms are lining up GaN and SiC production plans. The industry faces complex SiC processes and yield challenges, while the government is upgrading public fab infrastructure in the south and planning integrated R&D.
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Shinil Electronics launches Smart Cube power strip, targets digital accessories market
Shinil Electronics said on Tuesday it has launched its Smart Cube power strip, which supports power supply and charging for home appliances and digital devices at the same time. The cube-shaped product combines USB charging ports and power outlets to allow simultaneous use in limited spaces such as meeting tables and kitchens. It supports up to 4,000W on AC outlets and up to 33W on USB output, the company said.
